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EDHP 6210 Principles of Motor Learning
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. A study of the relationship
between learning theory and research in motor behavior with
implications for teaching and performing motor skills.
EDHP 6211 Growth Maturation & Phys Actv
3 cr.
This course is designed to expand graduate students’ knowledge of
the theoretical and applied aspects of growth and maturation in
relation to physical activity, sport, and exercise. The course material
will be presented from a bio-socio-cultural perspective, integrating
elements from biology, motor behavior, psychology, sociology. Particular
attention will be given to childhood and adolescent growth
and physical activity. Maturational, behavioral, and developmental
assessment, and their application to human performance careers
will be emphasized.
EDHP 6217 Psychology of Sport
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. This course will explore sport
psychology, particularly those parameters that are social in nature
and which influence behavior and performance. Considerations
include personality and the athlete, psychological motivation and
athletic performance, nature and dynamics of leadership, group
dynamics, group cohesion, and social facilitation.
EDHP 6220 Exercise Physiology
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. A study of the functional
responses of the body in an exercise state and the specific adaptability
of the body to training stimuli. Special consideration will
be given to the practical applicability of scientific facts to teaching
human performance and athletics.
EDHP 6224 Exercise Physiology Lab Methds
3 cr.
Prerequisite: EDHP 6220 or consent of department. Includes an
examination of laboratory methods with respect to exercise stress
testing, body composition, flexibility, and muscular strength and
endurance. Directed toward students seeking ACSM certification.
EDHP 6230 Biomechanics of Sport
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. A study of the mechanical
aspects of performance in athletics and dance which affect the
efficiency and effectiveness of human movement. Special consideration
will be given to cinematographic and task analysis techniques
to improve evaluation of movement.
EDHP 6402 Exercise Physiology of Aging
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. A study of acute and chronic
adaptations to exercises stress in the aged. Topics will include
cardiorespiratory, neuromuscular and energy system adaptations,
physical activity patterns, and body composition changes in an
older population.
EDHP 6404 Fitness and Aging
3 cr.
Prerequisite: EDHP 3201 or 6220 or 6402 or consent of department.
Designed for individuals interested in working with the elderly in
helping to reduce or retard the aging process and rehabilitate those
with chronic conditions through an exercise wellness program.
EDHP 6406 Adapt PA for Adults with Dis
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. This course examines the etiology,
symptomatology, and characteristics of disabling conditions
and their implications for therapeutic physical activity intervention
in clinical and non-clinical settings. Emphasis is placed upon
increasing the quality of life for frail and disabled adults.
EDHP 6511 Curr Development in Phys Educ
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. A study of curriculum development,
analysis, and trends in physical education.
EDHP 6522 Public Relations in Sport
3 cr.
A review of the nature and function of communication and public
relations in sport management. Students will learn the concepts
and practices of sports communications through class lectures,
writing assignments, case studies and projects. Topics include the
field of public relations, its history and evolution, the skills and
methods involved in the duties of the SID, public relations specialist,
or media relations specialist, and current attitudes and concerns
in media relations between athletes, coaches, administrators and
owners.
EDHP 6523 Moral Dilemmas in Sport
3 cr.
This course examines ethical principles and theories and how they
relate to the various aspects of sport. An investigation of how these
theories can be applied to situations, problem solving and decisionmaking
in sport management is also addressed.
EDHP 6524 Fund Raising in Sport
3 cr.
A review of fiscal management principles for use in the administration
of sport, recreation and athletic programs. Focus will be
placed on economic impact, fiscal budgeting, financial analysis
and sources of revenues and expenses for sport organizations. In
addition, emphasis will be placed on economic theory and its use
in sport management. Topics include media rights, PSL’s naming
rights, ticket sales, concessions and fund raising.
EDHP 6525 Seminar Sport Management
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. The purpose of the course is to
provide advanced preparation for master’s-level students in sport
management. Both theoretical and applied sport management topics
will comprise the course.
EDHP 6712 Adapt PE & Hlth Mgmt Child
3 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. This course is designed for
educators and health professionals. Focus is on sensory and motor
skills of children with delayed or abnormal development. Concepts
for early intervention include assessment, reflex analysis, handling
and positioning, and play. Also medical apparatus, adaptive equipment,
nutrition, feeding techniques, and other IFSP health concerns
will be included. Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory.
EDHP 6970 Doctoral Seminar HP & HP
3 cr.
(EDHP 6970 and EDCI 6970 are cross listed) Offered every other
year. Prerequisite: Passage of the Doctoral Qualifying Examination;
and one of EDCI 6600, EDCI 6610, or EDCI 6620; or by consent of the
department. Critical analysis and discussion of issues and research
topics related to Human Performance and Health Promotion. Topics
will vary with each offering.
EDHP 6990 Ind Study Human Performance
1-3 cr.
Prerequisite: EDHP 6170, EDFR 6700, and advanced graduate standing
with consent of department and major professor. Investigation
of pertinent problems under the direction of a graduate faculty
member. This course may be repeated but total credit may not
exceed six semester hours. Section number will correspond with
credit to be earned.
EDHP 6998 Internship Human Performance
1-6 cr.
Prerequisite: consent of department. Provides a supervised experience
in one of the professional domains of the human performance
discipline including clinical movement, exercise physiology,
gerontology, sport and exercise psychology, sport management, and
others.
EDHP 7000 Thesis Research
1-9 cr.
To be repeated for credit until thesis is accepted. Section number
will correspond with credit to be earned.
EDHP 7040 Examination or Thesis Only
0 cr.
No credit. Open to students in a thesis program who have only
(other than application for degree) the final typing and acceptance
by the Graduate School of their thesis or dissertation or to students
in a non-thesis program who have only (other than application
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